Coogs Cafe

Coogs Cafe on Corrimal Street is a small local spot that treats dogs as regulars, not an afterthought - water bowls come out without asking and there is usually a treat jar on the counter.

The dog setup. Dogs are welcome inside, out front on the footpath tables and in the covered courtyard out the back. Keep dogs on lead and settled between the tables, staff are used to a full house of pups but the space is still a working cafe.

Good to know. Regulars come back for the coffee, the sausage rolls and the brownie, with the wraps and chips rating well for a quick bite. It is a value pick more than a destination brunch, which suits a short stop with the dog rather than a long lingering breakfast.

Getting there. It sits right on Corrimal Street on the Coniston/Wollongong border. Street parking on the surrounding residential streets is the easiest option since the strip itself is tight.

Nearby with the dogs. Wollongong's dog-friendly beach sections and a few local parks are only a few minutes away, so it works well as a coffee stop before or after a walk.

When to go. Weekday mornings are calmest if you want a table with a dog in tow. Confirm current courtyard seating and any busy-period limits directly with the cafe if you are bringing more than one dog.

Sources

• We often get asked if we're a dog friendly cafe - the answer is YES · instagram.com
• Grab a table, soak it all in and bring your pup · instagram.com
• Popular little dog friendly coffee spot in Wollongong · facebook.com

Compiled from public sources and verified listings. Always confirm current rules with the venue or council before you travel.